As 2025 comes to a close, at SSA Education Abroad, we’re proud to share new insights and initiatives that highlight the professional and academic impact of study abroad.
A new national study from The Forum on Education Abroad underscores the career value of international experiences. According to the report, students who studied abroad earn $4,159 more in their first job after graduation than peers who did not a 6.3% increase in starting salaries.
Beyond financial outcomes, the findings highlight the transformative skill development that occurs through study abroad:
SSA programs are designed precisely around these competencies linking language immersion, experiential learning, and cultural engagement to tangible professional growth.
“Study abroad prepares graduates to navigate complexity, collaborate across cultures, and lead with empathy skills that today’s employers consistently rank as essential.”
— SSA Academic Team
SSA continues to invest in resources that support faculty innovation and global program design.
Who’s it for: Spanish faculty and educators
Join SSA’s Professional Development Seminar in Alicante, Spain a summer program designed for Spanish faculty and educators eager to expand their teaching strategies through immersive, task-based learning. Participants will exchange best practices, explore language pedagogy innovations, and experience firsthand the cultural richness of the Mediterranean setting.
Dates: Summer 2026
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Former SSA Seville participant Sean Keefer transformed his semester abroad into the foundation for his first novel, drawing on cultural encounters and language learning that shaped his creative voice. His story exemplifies how immersive education fosters global perspectives that resonate long after students return home.
Read Sean’s Story →
SSA is thrilled to announce the Seville Alumni Reunion, taking place in October 2026. This special program will gather alumni from all SSA Seville cohorts to reconnect, share their global journeys, and rediscover the city where it all began.
The event includes cultural activities, networking sessions, and special referral incentives for alumni who bring friends or fellow graduates.
Early Bird discounts and referral bonuses available through May 2026.
Discover the Alumni Reunion Program →
We’re pleased to share four new SSA programs launching in 2026 designed to provide students with transformative global learning experiences across Latin America and Spain.
Students can now study at the Universidad Católica Argentina, one of the country’s leading academic institutions, while exploring Buenos Aires’ vibrant cultural and social life.
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Experience the rich traditions of northern Spain through this immersive summer program, culminating in a seven-day journey along the Camino de Santiago.
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A flexible and dynamic new program perfect for students from all disciplines. Courses include Soccer Culture in Spain and Modernist Architecture, bringing academic content to life through hands-on city experiences.
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Designed for future health professionals, this program combines Spanish for Health Professions coursework with clinical field experiences in hospitals and community health centers.
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Each SSA program includes academic credit, full on-site support, and curated cultural activities in collaboration with trusted institutional partners.
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Throughout Fall 2025, SSA has been actively engaging with universities and partners across the U.S. and abroad strengthening academic connections and developing new collaborations.
Our outreach team visited over 120 campuses this semester, meeting with study abroad offices, faculty, and students to discuss program design, partnership models, and future opportunities.
If you’d like to schedule a campus visit or virtual meeting with our Institutional Relations team, please contact [email protected]
SSA will participate in several major events such as:
INSTITUTIONAL RELATIONS Midwest/West
The mission of SSA is to promote our students’ in-depth understanding of Spanish-speaking countries through specifically designed and academically rigorous university-level and cultural travel programs.
INSTITUTIONAL RELATIONS Northeast
The IRs are your go-to contacts for navigating the complex study abroad process.
They aim to respond to all inquiries within one business day.
Don’t hesitate to drop a message. No question is too small!
INSTITUTIONAL RELATIONS COORDINATOR; SOUTHEAST
The IRs are your go-to contacts for navigating the complex study abroad process.
They aim to respond to all inquiries within one business day.
Don’t hesitate to drop a message. No question is too small!
INSTITUTIONAL RELATIONS COORDINATOR; WEST/MIDWEST
The IRs are your go-to contacts for navigating the complex study abroad process.
They aim to respond to all inquiries within one business day.
Don’t hesitate to drop a message. No question is too small!
INSTITUTIONAL RELATIONS Southeast (Inland)
The IRs are your go-to contacts for navigating the complex study abroad process.
They aim to respond to all inquiries within one business day.
Don’t hesitate to drop a message. No question is too small!
